GLENDALE, Calif., Jan 22, 2018 (BUSINESS WIRE) --
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored Disney’s Minnie Mouse today
with an official star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Special guest
speakers included Disney Chairman and CEO Robert A. Iger, and global pop
icon and judge of ABC’s “American Idol,” Katy Perry. The star was
dedicated in the category of Motion Pictures next to the El Capitan
Theatre.

“Minnie Mouse has been a star and a fashion icon since she first burst
onto the scene in the groundbreaking animated classic, Steamboat
Willie,” said Robert A. Iger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
The Walt Disney Company. “The star of more than 70 movies during her
illustrious career, Minnie has entertained millions of people around the
world, touching hearts and bringing joy wherever she goes. We’re
thrilled to see her cultural influence and many achievements recognized
with her very own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.”

A veteran of more than 70 films, Minnie Mouse is one of Hollywood’s most
recognized global stars, delighting kids and families for generations.
Loved for her infectious, upbeat personality, Minnie’s iconic style has
also made her a muse for fashion designers, artists and fans around the
globe. Her classic polka dot look has been constantly reimagined by the
fashion industry from her early pill-box flower hat, which influenced
ladies’ hat trends, to her famous bow and ears.

“Minnie embodies iconic. Her style is the epitome of fun fashion,” said
Katy Perry. “To this day, no one rocks a bow, the color red, or a polka
dot quite like her. It is a special skill to bring joy to so many, and
she does it with the effortless bat of an eyelash. I am delighted to be
part of honoring Minnie and her magic with a star on the Walk of Fame.”

To celebrate Minnie’s milestone anniversary and National Polka Dot Day,
a number of fashion collaborations are launching worldwide today,
including a new special-edition Coach collection inspired by her iconic
style. The 20-piece collection includes handbags, small leather goods,
ready-to-wear and specialty items – all infusing signature Coach
silhouettes reimagined with vintage-inspired Disney patches and Minnie
Mouse’s favorite polka dots. Coach Creative Director, Stuart Vevers also
designed a bespoke dress for Minnie, worn at a celebratory lunch
immediately following the ceremony at Hollywood’s famed Chateau Marmont.

Additional collections from Disney Store and ShopDisney.com, New
Balance, Torrid, Forever 21, New Era, Pandora, Macy’s, and more are now
available.

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries, is a
diversified worldwide entertainment company with operations in four
business segments: Media Networks, Parks and Resorts, Studio
Entertainment, and Consumer Products & Interactive Media. Disney is a
Dow 30 company and had annual revenues of $55.1 billion in its Fiscal
Year 2017.

ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME

The Hollywood Walk of Fame is an internationally-recognized Hollywood
icon. With approximately 24 star ceremonies annually broadcast around
the world, the constant reinforcement provided to the public has made
the Walk of Fame a top visitor attraction. The Hollywood Chamber of
Commerce continues to add stars on the Walk of Fame as the
representative of the City of Los Angeles. The Walk of Fame is a tribute
to all of those who worked diligently to develop the concept and to
maintain this world-class tourist attraction. The Walk of Fame is open
to the public. No paid admission or assigned seating at star ceremonies.
It is understood that the cost of installing a star on the Walk of Fame
upon approval is $40,000 and the sponsor of the nominee accepts the
responsibility for arranging for payment to the Hollywood Historic
Trust, a 501(c)3 charitable foundation. The funds are used to pay for
the creation/installation of the star and ceremony, as well as
maintenance of the Walk of Fame. Download the official app for iPhones
and Android devices at http://officialhollywoodwalkoffameapp.com

For more than 96 years, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has provided
leadership, business development resources, networking, and government
affairs programs and services to keep the Hollywood business and
residential communities safe, relevant and economically vital. Jeff
Zarrinnam, is the Chair of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Board of
Directors 2017-18, and Leron Gubler is the President/CEO of the
Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. For more information please visit www.hollywoodchamber.net.

The Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Hollywood Sign are registered
trademarks of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.

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